Jody & Robert: A Rustic Bling event at the Historic Post Office Hampton VA

Jody and Robert tied the knot at United Central Methodist church and continued their party a the Historic post office.

Jody's coworker (who happens to be one of her friends) Jamie had mentioned this really great guy she had grown up with but Jody wasn't interested. Mainly because she did not want to hurt Jamie's feelings if he ended up being "weird" or she just did not like him from the start. 

The topic of Robert came up for about 5 years. The timing was never right until one day Robert became single and Jamie played matchmaker! The first evening Robert & Jody spoke they chatted until 3 am and had their first date one week later. The rest is history. 

Now on to the proposal story straight from Jody's mouth: 

Robert asked me if I would like to go on a hike sometime and I said yah. We ended up at Crabtree Falls near Charlottesville. It was 1.7 miles up along the falls to the top. I complained the entire time! Lol. When we got to the top of the falls we stopped at the overlooks to look down at the falls.  I was looking over the railing and I could see Robert in my peripheral vision but wasn't pay attention.  He finally called my name and I turned around and he was down on one knee with the ring out and he said " will you marry me". I screamed and cried like a baby and of course of said yes!!!!

And now you can check out their day at the gorgeous Historic Post Office.

Teal & mint first birthday shoot : Norfolk VA

A colorful Cake smash

This chunk of sugah turns one TODAY! I cant believe a year has flown by since you entered the world, Grant Knepper! You are the definition of adorable with your permanent blond cow lick and fabulous chunky thighs! Even though you don't love messes you, handled the confetti explosion like a champ (we know who you get your disliking of glitter/confetti from). Huge shout out to Momma Ashley for her colorful vision, Autumn for making crazy noises and Isabelle for popping the rest of the confetti! Id say Grant approves of that cake!

(If any of you mommas are interested in that "ONE" balloon, check out our neighbors at Jollity for all your babes party supplies!) 

William and Mary Alumni house wedding: Charlie & Claire

Charlie and Claire met each other when they both attended the historic and prestigious William and Mary in the beautiful Commonwealth of Virginia. What better place to exchange vows than at the Alumni House! The bride and bridesmaids readied themselves at  the Williamsburg Manor House Bed and Breakfast. The ceremony took place out in the garden beneath beautiful boughs adorned in their finest spring greenery. Though the sky looked heavy with rain, everyone remained hopeful that the sun would make an appearance. A stringed quartet played on the lawn. The bridesmaids were in Williamsburg blue, of course! The bride, dressed in a gorgeous Maggie Sottero gown from Tiffany's Bridal in Richmond, was such a sight to behold that the sun just couldn't help but shine down right in time for the "I do's"! Crim Dell bridge is a must for any wedding at William and Mary, so the sweet couple carried on the tradition with a kiss at the top. Legend has it that if two lovers cross together and kiss at the crest, they will be together forever! It was quite a lucky day! After photos of the wedding party and the new Mr. and Mrs. amongst the lush garden setting were complete, the reception ensued. Family and friends danced to the lively music of The Lone Rangers and toasted the new couple under sparkling lights. The cake was made by Dorthy Busic, a family friend, and was as delicious as it was beautiful. It was another history-making day in Williamsburg, Virginia. Best wishes Mr and Mrs Clark!

Ceremony and Reception : The William and Mary Alumni House

Vendors: The Flower Cupboard

Getting ready location: WIlliamsburg Manor

Second Shooter: Jamie Johnson Photography

Cake: Dorothy Busic (family friend)

Strings Ensemble: Jena Chenkin

Hair and Makeup: European Beauty Concepts, Williamsburg

Band: The Lone Rangers

Dress: Maggie Sottero dress, purchased from Tiffany’s Bridal in Richmond

Tuxedos: Men’s Warehouse

Coordinator: Kathy Thompson

Officiant: Robert Thompson

Americana families: Mini sessions

I had so much fun with all of these great families during my Americana Mini sessions! This set up is by far my favorite. I started with a little vision and it ended up being 100x better with the help of Lynette from Superb Curb Refurb with her custom bench, flags, refurbished chairs and so much more (check out her website (

http://www.superbcurbrefurb.com

 )! A special shout out to my fabulous God mother for the use of her baby Mini Pearl... aka the Shasta Classic and Tony for the awesome Bronco! I hope you enjoy these sweet photos of our Americana Mini's vintage style :)

Dill Baby Bump :Maternity

I love when I get to take pictures with my past bride and grooms, especially when they are expecting their first bundle of Joy!! So Whitney and Johnny got married a little over a year ago in October- oh yea in a HURRICANE! Not making this story up! During that day I learned that this couple can take on anything... even mother nature and still have a BLAST! I cannot explain how excited I am to see their family grow... Next time you see them on the blog they will have a beautiful little girl named Ella Grace with them ;) (By the way, be sure to click on the pictures to get the full size... ENJOY!!)